Welcome to Special First Steps
Where Your Child's Journey Begins
Our Approach
At Special First Steps, we believe in providing a nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Our dedicated team is committed to creating a supportive and stimulating atmosphere that encourages exploration and discovery. We strive to instill a love for learning through play-based activities and individualized attention, setting the foundation for a lifetime of success.
Our Fees & Sessions
We are committed to keeping our fees clear and transparent, so you know exactly what you are paying for. Our pricing is designed to be flexible, with options to suit both funded and additional sessions.
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Funded Spaces
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We do not charge any additional fees if your child is only accessing their government-funded hours.
Funding Offer
Discover our funding options for parents/carers. Easily see what we provide based on your eligibility. Benefit from our support in accessing financial assistance.
Working Parent Entitlement
9months-4 years
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We are delighted to offer the government-funded 30 hours of free childcare for eligible families. This entitlement provides 30 hours of funded childcare each week during term time only, and we do not charge any additional fees if you are only accessing your funded hours. To give families choice and flexibility, we offer five days a week from 9am–3pm. This ensures you can access your child’s funding in a way that works best for your family.
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​2 Year Old Government Support
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We are pleased to offer the government-funded 15 hours of free childcare each week for eligible 2-year-olds. This entitlement provides 15 hours during term time, with no additional charges if you are only using your funded hours. At our setting, families can access this funding through our morning sessions, 9am–12pm, Monday to Friday, giving children the opportunity to enjoy a nurturing, stimulating environment that supports their early learning and development.
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3&4 Year Old Universal
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All children aged 3 and 4 are entitled to 15 hours of free childcare each week during term time only. At our setting, these hours can be accessed through our morning sessions, 9am–12pm, Monday to Friday, with no additional fees if you are only using your funded hours.